{"id":17797,"date":"2024-04-01T12:32:02","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T07:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/?p=17797"},"modified":"2025-02-04T18:11:41","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T12:41:41","slug":"top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden","title":{"rendered":"Top Ten Fragrant Flowers in Singapore For Your Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Papilionanthe_Miss_Joaquim\" >Papilionanthe Miss Joaquim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Jasmine\" >Jasmine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Frangipani_Plumeria\" >Frangipani (Plumeria)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Ylang-Ylang_Cananga_Odorata\" >Ylang-Ylang (Cananga Odorata)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Gardenia_Gardenia_Jasminoides\" >Gardenia (Gardenia Jasminoides)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#_Plumeria_Rubra_Red_Frangipani\" >\u00a0Plumeria Rubra (Red Frangipani)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Michelia_Champaca_Joy_Perfume_Tree\" >Michelia Champaca (Joy Perfume Tree)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Rose_Rosa\" >Rose (Rosa)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Hoya\" >Hoya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/top-ten-fragrant-flowers-in-singapore-for-your-garden\/#Night-Blooming_Jasmine_Cestrum_Nocturnum\" >Night-Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum Nocturnum)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know that many best perfumes are extracted from <\/span>scented flowers<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? It is primarily because flowers have a natural scent with many benefits, such as being used for relaxing and healing purposes. What if we tell you that you can get most of these benefits just by planting some <\/span>fragrant flowers<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your garden? Yes, you read it right<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Tag along to explore these amazing smelling flowers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Papilionanthe_Miss_Joaquim\"><\/span><b>Papilionanthe Miss Joaquim<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-17835 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Papilionanthe-Miss-Joaquim.jpg\" alt=\"Papilionanthe Miss Joaquim\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Papilionanthe-Miss-Joaquim.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Papilionanthe-Miss-Joaquim-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These hybrid flowers are known as Singapore\u2019s orchids. They are also the national flower of Singapore and emit a delicate, sweet fragrance. The <\/span><a href=\"\/orchids\">orchid flowers<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are renowned for their resilient nature and adaptability to the tropical climate; this orchid variety is a must-have for any garden, aiming to infuse the air with a delightful scent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jasmine\"><\/span><b>Jasmine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17836 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/jasmine.jpg\" alt=\"jasmine\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/jasmine.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/jasmine-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The little, white-coloured jasmine is among the <\/span>best smelling flowers<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that emits the sweetest fragrance. The therapeutic aroma they emit is harnessed for its medicinal properties, serving as a calming agent. Jasmine is also associated with many cultural and religious ceremonies, making it a symbolic and cherished addition to any garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frangipani_Plumeria\"><\/span><b>Frangipani (Plumeria)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17842 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Frangipani.jpg\" alt=\"Frangipani\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Frangipani.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Frangipani-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frangipani is a tropical fragrant flower also known as \u201cTemple Tree.\u201d Its scent is subtle yet calming. Frangipani is used for medicinal purposes and is a top note in floral fragrances like soaps, massage oils, and candles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ylang-Ylang_Cananga_Odorata\"><\/span><b>Ylang-Ylang (Cananga Odorata)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17844 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ylang-Ylang-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"Ylang-Ylang\" width=\"612\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ylang-Ylang-flowers.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Ylang-Ylang-flowers-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originating from Southeast Asia, the flower is known for its intense fragrance. Because of its intoxicating aroma, it is commonly used in perfumes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gardenia_Gardenia_Jasminoides\"><\/span><b>Gardenia (Gardenia Jasminoides)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17850 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Gardenia.jpg\" alt=\"Gardenia\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Gardenia.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Gardenia-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for their sweet, heady fragrance; they are large, velvety and white colour flowers. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, they are among the most popular choices for any floral arrangements and bouquets owing to their visual appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Plumeria_Rubra_Red_Frangipani\"><\/span><b>\u00a0Plumeria Rubra (Red Frangipani)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17851 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Plumeria-Rubra-Red-Frangipani.jpg\" alt=\"Plumeria Rubra Red Frangipani\" width=\"612\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Plumeria-Rubra-Red-Frangipani.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Plumeria-Rubra-Red-Frangipani-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With an aromatic fragrance, Plumeria Rubra is also visually appealing and catches everyone\u2019s attention. The red frangipani is particularly famous for its sweet scent, making it a favourite choice for gardens looking to add a burst of colour and fragrance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Michelia_Champaca_Joy_Perfume_Tree\"><\/span><b>Michelia Champaca (Joy Perfume Tree)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17853 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Michelia-Champaca.jpg\" alt=\"Michelia Champaca\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Michelia-Champaca.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Michelia-Champaca-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also known as the Joy Perfume Tree, as it produces beautiful, small yellow flowers with a fruity scent. Apart from the fragrance, the timber of the tree is used for woodworking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rose_Rosa\"><\/span><b>Rose (Rosa)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17854 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rose-Rosa.jpg\" alt=\"Rose (Rosa)\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rose-Rosa.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rose-Rosa-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know that roses are referred to as the epitome of romance. They come in a variety of colours and have a delightful fragrance making them the perfect pick as anniversary and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/flowers\/valentines-day\">Valentine flowers<\/a>. Roses are easy-growing plants; you can even plant another one simply by cutting the steam. With easy care, you can expect the <\/span><a href=\"\/roses\">rose flowers<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to fill the air with timeless fragrance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hoya\"><\/span><b>Hoya<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17855 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Hoya.jpg\" alt=\"Hoya\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Hoya.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Hoya-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commonly known as Wax Plants, they come in various species and offer unique fragrances ranging from spicy to sweet. Since hoya plants are adaptable to Singapore\u2019s tropical climate, they are an ideal choice to grow in a garden.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Night-Blooming_Jasmine_Cestrum_Nocturnum\"><\/span><b>Night-Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum Nocturnum)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17856 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Night-Blooming-Jasmine-Cestrum-nocturnum.jpg\" alt=\"Night-Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum)\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Night-Blooming-Jasmine-Cestrum-nocturnum.jpg 612w, https:\/\/blog.fnp.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Night-Blooming-Jasmine-Cestrum-nocturnum-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, these plants come to life in the evening and release a strong and sweet fragrance. The sweet and delightful fragrance of this plant permeates the air at night, making it an ideal to add to your garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get these blooms for your garden now and enjoy <\/span><a href=\"\/\">fresh flowers Singapore<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> along with a delightful symphony of scents.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that many best perfumes are extracted from scented flowers? It is primarily because flowers have a natural scent with many benefits, such as being used for relaxing and healing purposes. What if we tell you that you can get most of these benefits just by planting some fragrant flowers in your garden? 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